Matewan (Region Free)

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Review of Matewan
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John Savage

A John Sayles film
Certificate: 15
Running Time: 127 mins
Retail Price: $15.99
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Content Type: Movie

Synopsis:
John Sayles` masterpiece is one of the great films of the American independent cinema. Oscar nominated for cinematography; the film is staged in the classic western tradition.

Matewan is a small mining community in Mingo County, West Virginia, the story set during the 20`s. When the Stone Mountain Coal Company announces a cut in wages, the miners` response is strike action. A train arrives in town bringing black and Italian workers to replace them, but on that same train is Joe Kenehen, a union organiser who`s aim is to unite all the diverse groups of workers to stand together. The bosses` next move is to bring in some hired `muscle` to "keep the peace". As the tension and violence escalates, the stage is set for a final showdown.

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